Tag: network

The Bitcoin Mempool: Relay Network Dynamics

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In the last Mempool article, I went over the different kinds of relay policy filters, why they exist, and the incentives that ultimately decide how effective each class of filter is at preventing the confirmation of different classes of transactions. In this piece I’ll be looking at the dynamics of the relay network when some nodes on the network are running different relay policies compared to other nodes.  All else being equal, when nodes on the network are running homogenous relay policies in their mempools, all transactions should propagate across…

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Lightning Network Sheds 820 BTC in 37 Days—Lowest Capacity Since 2023

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According to recent metrics, bitcoin ( BTC) held in the Lightning Network, a payment-oriented layer two (L2) protocol, has declined sharply over the past 37 days. Lightning Network’s $69M Drain The network’s capacity—the total BTC locked in its channels—now sits at 4,550 BTC, the smallest amount since September 2023, according to data collected by theblock.co. […] Source link

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Voltage Aims To Bring Bitcoin’s Lightning Network To Every Business In The World

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Founder: Graham Krizek Date Founded: October 2020 Location of Headquarters: Wichita, Kansas Number of Employees: 17 Website: https://www.voltage.cloud/ Public or Private? Private In 2012, soon after Graham Krizek discovered Bitcoin and subsequently began contributing to Bitcoin Core and building his own applications on Bitcoin, he noticed an issue that was hindering Bitcoin builders. “The problem that I saw was that everyone was building everything from scratch — over and over and over again,” Krizek told Bitcoin Magazine. “There was no cloud environment where you could just spin up Bitcoin infrastructure…

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Fewer Transfers, Greater Debate: Bitcoin’s Low Transfer Volume Puts Network Incentives in Question

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This weekend, proponents of bitcoin and digital asset enthusiasts have fixated on a striking development: the blockchain’s mempool—a holding zone for pending transactions—has nearly evaporated, while daily transfer volumes have plunged to notable lows. Though many proponents cheer this shift as a sign of operational efficiency, dissenters argue it signals troubling stagnation for the protocol’s […] Source link

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HTX Integrates Lightning Network for Faster Bitcoin Payments

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HTX has announced the integration of Bitcoin’s Lightning Network, a second-layer payments protocol designed to facilitate faster and cheaper transactions. This move aims to enhance the efficiency of Bitcoin payments and withdrawals on the platform, significantly reducing transaction times and costs. The integration is part of a strategic partnership with IBEX, a fintech company specializing […] Source link

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Swiss Crypto Bank Amina Partners Pyth Network to Provide Accurate Price Feeds

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Swiss crypto bank Amina Bank has partnered with Pyth Network to provide more accurate price feeds for users. This collaboration brings Amina Bank closer to its goal of enhancing the user experience and accessibility of Web3 applications. The real-time price feeds allow Amina Bank to generate an entirely new revenue stream for its business without […] Source link

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Neutronpay Receives $1.5M Funding to Expand Bitcoin Lightning Network in Southeast Asia

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Bitcoin Lightning Network company Neutronpay has secured a $1.5 million bridge funding round led by Axiom Capital, according to a press release sent to Bitcoin Magazine. This investment is to help Neutronpay bring instant and cost-effective payment solutions in Southeast Asia’s digital economy with Bitcoin. “We are delighted to continue to support Albert and the team as they prove out the utility of Lightning infrastructure in Southeast Asia,” says Allen Farrington on behalf of Axiom. “We expect to see a continued normalization of the superiority of the Lightning Network over legacy fiat…

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The Lightning Network Makes Bitcoin Unstoppable: Bitcoin Backstage with David Marcus

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One of the biggest challenges Bitcoin faces is scalability. Transactions can be slow and costly, making mainchain settlement less efficient for everyday transactional use. Enter the Lightning Network, an innovative solution that has the potential to make Bitcoin unstoppable. In the latest episode of Bitcoin Backstage, we explore the concept behind the Lightning Network, its role in Bitcoin’s growth, the involvement of David Marcus with LightSpark, and the unstoppable nature of Bitcoin itself. Understanding the Lightning Network Before we delve into the incredible impact the Lightning Network has had on…

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USDC will launch natively on Base network ‘next week’ — Jeremy Allaire

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Circle’s United States dollar stablecoin, USD Coin, will launch natively on the Base network “next week,” according to an Aug. 29 social media post from CEO Jeremy Allaire. The new version will replace the current USD Base Coin (USDbC) that most users rely on as a substitute. Native $USDC on @BuildOnBase. Coming next week. #StableSeptember. Let’s go! https://t.co/oqfI0ZZhCn — Jeremy Allaire (@jerallaire) August 29, 2023 Coinbase’s Base network launched on Aug. 9. At the time, no native version of USD Coin (USDC) existed on the network. Users could not deposit…

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Binance Implements Lightning Network Support For Bitcoin Transactions

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Binance, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has successfully integrated Bitcoin (BTC) onto the Lightning Network, enabling faster and more efficient transactions. As of today, users can now deposit and withdraw Bitcoin (BTC) using the Lightning Network on the Binance platform. The integration of Bitcoin on the Lightning Network marks a significant milestone for Binance, as it aims to enhance the speed and scalability of Bitcoin transactions. By leveraging the Lightning Network, Binance aims to address the scalability challenges associated with the Bitcoin network, allowing users to enjoy faster…

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